of Little Rock, AR
November 1, 1983 - January 25, 2016
Christopher Stephens Allen, 32, of Little Rock passed away, January 25, 2016. He was born in Little Rock, November 1, 1983 to Beckham Allen and Karla Furrow Allen.
He is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather and paternal grandparents. He is survived by his parents; two sisters, Jamie Marie Allen of Memphis, Tennessee and Jennifer Hernandez of Little Rock; two brothers, Corey Allen of Fayetteville, Arkansas and Blue Allen of Little Rock, Arkansas; maternal grandmother, Cheri Furrow of Little Rock, Arkansas.
Christopher graduated from Lutheran High School and went on to earn a Bachelor's Degree in Geology with a Minor in Environmental Geology from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock in 2013. Throughout college he worked as an EMT with Metropolitan Emergency Medical Services (MEMS).
He co-founded a non-profit organization, Ozark Water Projects, with his parents. Through this organization he traveled to Africa and Haiti and assisted in installing water purification systems.
Christopher will be remembered for his explosive personality and as a kind and caring friend. He loved animals, often adopting and/or rehabilitating strays. He was a world traveler from a young age living in Saudi Arabia and Scotland in his childhood. As an adult he enjoyed many hobbies such as hiking, cooking, ping pong, golf, and anything geology related. Above all he valued spending time with his family and friends. He will be missed dearly by those who loved him.
Funeral service will be 10:30 A.M., Friday, January 29, 2016 at the St. Paul United Methodist Church, 2223 Durwood Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72207. Arrangements by Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 (501) 224-8300. Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/chenal
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Ozark Water Projects via their website Ozarkwaterproject.org. Karla Allen Ozark Water Projects, Inc. 10701 Rivercrest Drive Little Rock, AR 72212, (501) 626-0086. If you pour yourself out for the hungry and satisfy the need of the afflicted, then shall your light rise in the darkness and your gloom be as the noonday. Isaiah 58:10
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13 Condolence(s)
Brenda Gatlin
Sunday, January 31, 2016
For Beckham and family. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son, Christopher. I pray you will find comfort in God's love, knowing that Chris is in his arms now.
TJ
Sunday, January 31, 2016
Offering sincere condolences to the family and friends. May the future promises our Heavenly Father guarantee's will come about, comfort you, strengthen your faith and give you hope. (Acts 24:15)
Jeff Crews
Thursday, January 28, 2016
I was shocked to hear the news about Chris. Prayers for his family and friends.
Robin Holt
Thursday, January 28, 2016
I pray for peace and comfort during this time of Chris's passing. Your family is one of the most generous group of people I know. Many people love you guys.
Nancy Tesmer
Thursday, January 28, 2016
Every time I saw you, guaranteed giggles. You stuck out as a compassionate, wise beyond your years man. I will, LILLYS will remember you always.
Erin Gildner
Thursday, January 28, 2016
No words can express the hole you have left behind in our hearts. You were a big part of my family and you made Ryan a better man. Together you were quite the team, but it was always good to know you were on my team too when he got too cocky. You taught Ryan how to soften up and be sweet, to be okay with showing emotion and love; he helped you be okay with showing the world the real authentic you and being proud of your uniqueness, as strange as you both are ;-). I'm so thankful that we were graced with your love and awesomeness as long as we were, but assure you that our life will never be the same. I hope and pray that we will get to met again some day. Ryan and I will do our best to pass on as much love to your family, friends, and the rest of the world as you showed us; that's a LOT of love! Love you forever, friend!
Karl
Thursday, January 28, 2016
May the road rise to meet you.
May the wind always be at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
and rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of his hand.
Dorothy Davidson
Thursday, January 28, 2016
My heart is broken for you. Chris was such a fine young man. I have such good memories when he would come to the house and the many exchanges he and Mark would have. Having been down a similar path the hole in your heart is so big but one good thing I learned the Good Lord helps us daily and gives us strength. Many prayers to each of the family.
Tom Kelly
Thursday, January 28, 2016
My heart aches. Such a handsome young man with so much going for you. Your death reminds me that each day is a gift. Life is short and fragile. We don't know how much time we get. I am sure you are gathering wood for a huge bonfire in heaven. I will see you there one day. Until then, rest in peace Chris.
Vickie Davidson Crosland
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
Words cannot express my sadness. May the comfort of God help you through this difficult time. Please know that I am thinking of you and your family, and praying for you in this time of such sorrow.
Pat
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
To The Family Of Christopher Stephens Allen:
Please accept my sincere condolences in the loss of Christopher. Something that I personally found in the Bible at John 5: 28,29 and Revelation 21:4.
These verses tell us that soon God is going to bring about a resurrection of our dear love ones as well as do away with all causes we have for suffering, including sickness, and death. Knowing this has always comfort me and it is my hope that these thoughts will comfort your family also.
sincerely,
Pat
Ibby and Bill Eggart
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. He went to Lu High with our son, and spent many hours at our house. He had a kind heart. You are in our prayers. Lovingly, Ibby and Bill Eggart
Ben Thomasson
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Chris was kind to me.